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Cinnamon Knots with Coffee Icing

Cinnamon Knots with Coffee Icing are a delightful treat that fills your home with the warm aroma of freshly baked goodness. These fluffy, twisted dough spirals drizzled with rich coffee icing create a flavor explosion that’s perfect for brunch or cozy evenings. Enjoy them with loved ones and savor every bite as you reminisce about life’s simple joys. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice, this easy-to-follow recipe will have you creating sweet, golden-brown knots in no time!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp coffee or espresso powder

Instructions

  1. Warm the milk to about 110°F and combine it with sugar and yeast in a large bowl. Let it froth for 5-10 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
  3. Stir melted butter into the yeast mixture and then mix with the dry ingredients until well combined.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size (about one hour).
  6. Mix sugar and cinnamon for the filling while the dough rises.
  7. After rising, roll out the dough, spread the cinnamon filling, twist into knots, and place on a baking sheet.
  8. Bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. While they cool slightly, prepare the coffee icing by mixing powdered sugar with coffee or espresso powder and drizzling over warm knots.
  • Author: Larissa W.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cinnamon knot (60g)
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Feel free to add spices like nutmeg or cardamom to enhance flavor. For a richer option, swap coffee icing for cream cheese glaze.